Facial Aesthetic

Facial aesthetic surgery includes procedures designed to alter, restore or enhance selected facial features while maintaining appropriate facial balance and proportion.

It may address concerns related to ageing, facial shape, congenital differences, previous injuries or specific aesthetic concerns.

The recommended procedure depends on the patient's anatomy, goals and overall health.

Depending on individual assessment, TTCH may provide facial aesthetic and reconstructive procedures including rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, brow lift, facelift, neck lift, otoplasty, earlobe repair, scar revision and selected lip and facial procedures.

Dr. Surekha Vellala will assess your concern and recommend an appropriate treatment option based on your individual needs.

Rhinoplasty, commonly known as nose surgery, is a procedure that changes the shape, size or structure of the nose.

It may be performed for aesthetic reasons, functional concerns such as certain structural breathing problems, or to address deformities caused by injury or congenital conditions.

The surgical approach depends on the patient's nasal anatomy and the specific changes required.

In selected patients, rhinoplasty or functional nasal surgery may address structural abnormalities that contribute to breathing difficulties.

However, not every breathing problem can be corrected through cosmetic rhinoplasty.

A proper assessment is necessary to identify the underlying cause and determine whether surgical treatment is appropriate.

Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that addresses excess skin, muscle or fat around the upper or lower eyelids.

It may be performed to improve selected concerns such as drooping eyelid skin, under-eye bags or changes associated with ageing.

In some patients, excess upper eyelid skin can also affect the field of vision. Functional and aesthetic concerns should be evaluated separately during consultation.

A facelift is a surgical procedure designed to address selected signs of facial ageing by repositioning or tightening facial tissues and removing excess skin where appropriate.

It may improve areas such as facial sagging, jowls and certain changes along the lower face and jawline.

A facelift does not stop the ageing process, and results vary according to factors such as age, skin quality, anatomy and lifestyle.

A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, is designed to address selected concerns involving a low or sagging brow and forehead ageing.

Depending on the patient's anatomy, the procedure may reposition the brow and address excess or lax tissue in the forehead region.

The appropriate technique depends on the patient's facial structure and desired outcome.

A neck lift is a procedure designed to improve selected concerns involving loose skin, excess tissue and changes in the neck contour.

Depending on the patient's anatomy, treatment may involve addressing excess skin, underlying tissues or localised fat.

A consultation is necessary to determine whether a neck lift, another procedure or non-surgical treatment would be more appropriate.

Yes. Otoplasty, or ear surgery, can reshape or reposition the outer ear to address concerns such as prominent ears or certain structural differences.

The procedure is planned according to the patient's ear anatomy and desired outcome.

Other procedures, such as earlobe repair, may be appropriate for stretched, torn or elongated earlobes.

Selected facial scars can be improved through surgical scar revision and other treatment approaches.

The appropriate treatment depends on the type, depth, location, age and characteristics of the scar.

Treatment may involve scar revision, resurfacing, injections or other techniques depending on the individual case. Complete removal of a scar cannot always be guaranteed.

There is no single procedure that is appropriate for every facial concern.

During consultation, Dr. Surekha Vellala evaluates your facial anatomy, skin quality, medical history, concerns and expectations. She can then explain suitable surgical and non-surgical options along with their potential benefits, limitations, risks and recovery requirements.

The outcome depends on the procedure, surgical planning, individual anatomy and the amount of change performed.

A well-planned procedure aims to maintain facial balance and natural proportions rather than produce an exaggerated appearance.

Realistic expectations and clear communication between the patient and surgeon are important before surgery.

Your preparation will depend on the procedure.

Before surgery, you may be asked to provide your medical history, current medications, allergies and previous surgical information.

Your surgeon may also recommend specific investigations or medication adjustments. If you smoke or use nicotine products, discuss this with your surgeon because nicotine can affect wound healing. Follow the specific preoperative instructions provided by your surgical and anaesthesia teams.

Recovery varies considerably depending on the procedure.

Swelling, bruising, tightness or temporary changes in sensation may occur after some facial procedures. Recovery can range from a relatively short period for minor procedures to several weeks or longer for more extensive surgery.

Your surgeon will provide specific instructions regarding wound care, activity, sun exposure, work and exercise.

Like any surgical procedure, facial aesthetic surgery has potential risks.

Depending on the procedure, these may include bleeding, infection, scarring, swelling, changes in sensation, asymmetry, anaesthesia-related complications and the possibility of revision surgery.

The risks vary between procedures and should be discussed with your surgeon before treatment.